Find out all about the Chartered Tax Adviser (CTA) qualification here

The Chartered Tax Adviser (CTA) qualification is the leading tax advisory qualification in Ireland for tax professionals. A three-Part qualification which delivers deep tax technical knowledge and legislative expertise, this is the professional tax qualification of choice in the marketplace.

This programme meets the needs of those who work in full-time tax roles or aspire to develop their career in tax, including:

Graduates from all disciplines embarking on their tax careers

Accounting and finance professionals who need deep tax technical knowledge as part of their broader role

Legal professionals who wish to advise on tax-related issues

Tax specialists working throughout the public sector

What will I achieve through the qualification?

Deep tax technical knowledge across all tax heads in an ever-changing domestic and international environment

A proven mastery of the tax implications of life events and commercial transactions as well as related corporate, legal and accounting issues

Expertise in the interpretation and application of tax legislation, case law and precedents

Professional advisory skills to be able to research, analyse and communicate complex tax matters

What will I study?

How will I learn?

The CTA qualification is designed, delivered and assessed with best practice in professional education. Using bespoke materials updated to reflect the most topical tax issues, students are taught to navigate and interpret legislation.

Weekend lectures are held in Dublin and Cork, or students can choose from our flexible self-study online option. There are two courses each year - Winter and Summer.

How will I be assessed?

Students are assessed by a combination of exams and professional skills assignments. Achievement of the CTA qualification is testament to the student’s ability to provide technically correct and commercially sound tax advice. There are two exam sittings each year - Winter and Summer.

What are the entry requirements?

Typically, you will have an Honours (Level 8) degree (if you don't have an Honours degree, you may be considered on a case-by-case basis).

Are there any exemptions available?

Exemptions are available depending on your qualification. Check the full list of exemptions in pages 11 - 16 of the Student Handbook.

If you hold a Level 8 or Level 9 qualification that is not listed on this list, we can still review your exemption application on a case-by-case basis. If you do not hold a Level 8 qualification, we can also review your application based on the recognition of work-based learning. See page 10 of our Student Handbook for more details.